Oxo-alcohols China prices, markets & analysis

With China’s Oxo-alcohols prices moving in different directions, it is critical for market players to be informed on the changing dynamics and market sentiments. Published and derived by our local industry experts, our on-the-ground price reporting, insights and data analytics solutions provide the following:

Regional overview

The average spot price of n-butanol (NBA) in East China went up from Chinese yuan (CNY)5,825/tonne to CNY6,500/tonne in mid-November. The main reason was tight supply.

In late November, the price decreased to CNY6,325/tonne due to high inventories.

In early December, the prices rebounded to CNY6,600/tonne, because of improved buying interest from downstream butyl acrylate producers.

Ethylhexanol

Updated to Q4 2018

The average spot price of 2-EH in East China increased from Chinese yuan (CNY)6,750/tonne to CNY7,050/tonne during early-mid October. Prices then fell to CNY6,875/tonne in late October. From early November to early December, prices rebounded to CNY7,450/tonne.

The reason for the price increase from early October was strong downstream demand. From late October, prices decreased due to high inventory.

In the rest of the time, improved buying interest from downstream plasticizer producers amid increasing prices of their own products and higher propylene values strengthened the market.

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ICIS price assessments are based on information gathered from a wide cross-section of the market, comprising consumers, producers, traders and distributors from more than 250 reporters world-wide. Confirmed deals, verified by both buyer and seller, provide the foundation of our price assessments.

Our in-depth market knowledge drives our specialist focus, as we recognise the importance of individual market dynamics and not a one-size-fits-all approach.

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Oxo Alcohols Methodology

The alcohols (NBA, IBA, and 2-EH) have some uses just as solvents, but are primarily used as feedstocks for other products.

China Oxo-alcohols Market Intelligence Solution

China Oxo-alcohols price report

ICIS publishes weekly pricing information for China’s volatile oxo-alcohols markets. The report gives you access to the latest import CFR China main ports and domestic ex-tank prices for a more reflective view of the market.

The report also includes market commentaries such as hot topics and changes in government policies, as well as plant production statuses and weekly inventory levels, to help industry players understand the drivers of the price movements and changes in this market.

Price history

ICIS collects pricing data on a wide range of chemical, energy and fertilizer products, including Oxo-alcohols. Our extensive experience in price reporting means we can offer you access to historical data dating back more than 20 years for certain commodities.

Our time series of pricing data enables you to build and model trends, to get a view of where markets might be heading. The data service includes charting functionality, allowing you to chart and download multiple data series for manipulation in your own internal models. You can also export data to Excel via the ICIS dashboard service.